On March 8th, 2026, Kenyan President William Ruto announced the official launch of the Kenya-Uganda Standard Gauge Railway extension, set to take place on March 20th in Kisumu alongside Ugandan President H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Once completed in 2028, this 273-kilometre Standard Gauge Railway stretch from Naivasha to Malaba will slash the current 14-hour road […]
Uganda’s vibrant conservation storytelling just earned a major international spotlight. Acclaimed filmmaker and conservationist Jonathan Benaiah’s short documentary “BULWE: Wings of Mabamba” has been officially selected for Namibia Film Week 2026, held from 12th to 15th March, 2026 in Windhoek. The film, shot entirely in Luganda, follows the daily lives of local fishermen and birding […]
Uganda is celebrating a historic moment in global athletics. On March 8th, 2026, 25-year-old Ugandan distance-running sensation Jacob Kiplimo stormed to victory at the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon, clocking an official 57:20. World Athletics has ratified the time, confirming it as the new half marathon world record. This incredible performance shaves a full 10 seconds […]
Uganda Airlines has just released exciting news for travelers heading to the Pearl of Africa. On 7th March 2026, the national carrier announced a short-term Uganda Airlines Boeing 787 wet lease partnership with Ethiopian Airlines. This ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) arrangement brings a Boeing 787 into service immediately to ensure seamless long-haul operations. […]
Uganda is buzzing with excitement as the Minister of State for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Hon. Bahinduka Mugarra Martin officially launched the celebrations for World Wildlife Day 2026. This year’s global theme, “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods,” perfectly aligns with Uganda’s rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. The launch event, held recently, […]
The 5th edition of the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon was officially launched at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel on February 24th, 2026, marking a significant milestone for Uganda’s sports and tourism scene. This World Athletics-certified event, set for August 22nd, 2026, in Kasese, seamlessly blends the thrill of running with the breathtaking beauty of Uganda’s Rwenzori […]
In a landmark achievement for wildlife conservation, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has unveiled the results of the first-ever comprehensive chimpanzee census in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Led by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) Executive Director, Dr. James Musinguzi, the census confirms a thriving population of 426 chimpanzees across the park’s lush, mist-shrouded forests. This baseline […]
The Rwenzori Marathon 2026 is set to make history as Uganda’s first internationally certified marathon, achieving the prestigious World Athletics Label Road Race status. Hosted in the stunning Kasese district, this event is not only a milestone for Ugandan athletics but also the only certified marathon of its kind in East Africa. Runners can expect […]
In a bustling display of African innovation and connectivity, the Uganda Tourism Board made a significant impact at the 20th edition of Meetings Africa, held from February 23rd to 25th, 2026, in Johannesburg. As a premier platform for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) across the continent, this event brought together over 300 exhibitors and […]
On February 25th, 2026, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) marked a historic moment by launching a new Rhino Sanctuary within the Kidepo Valley Conservation Area (KVCA). This initiative, supported by the European Union’s NaturAfrica Kidepo-Turkana Landscape Project, represents a significant step toward restoring Uganda’s rhino population, which has been absent from the wild in this […]